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Armed Burglars Wreak Havoc Across the Country, Exacerbating Hardship

By The Insight Team December 3, 2024 53 0

Key Points: 3.8% food inflation rate is exacerbating hardship and desperation, leading to increased crime rates. Lack of effective security measures in many communities is emboldening criminals Surge in armed burglaries is creating a growing sense of unease  Residents no longer have trust in the Nigeria Police. By Emmanuel Kwada A wave of armed burglaries […]Continue Reading

Sports

Africa’s Best Gather: Mozambique Claims Final Spot, Senegal, Algeria Make Cut as Nigeria Pursues Glory

By The Insight Team December 3, 2024 36 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The lineup for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is now finalized, with Mozambique securing the last spot after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Guinea-Bissau. The tournament is set to kick off in December, hosted by Morocco, which automatically qualifies as the host nation. The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) […]Continue Reading

Business

Global Cement Giant, Holcim Exits Nigeria to Focus on High-Growth Regions, Sells Stake to Chinese Firm for $1 Billion

By The Insight Team December 2, 2024 44 0

By Emmanuel Kwada In a significant move, Swiss cement and building materials manufacturer Holcim has announced its exit from Nigeria after 65 years of operation. The company has signed an agreement to sell its 83.8% stake in Lafarge Africa Plc to China’s Huaxin Cement for $1 billion. Holcim’s decision to exit Nigeria is driven by […]Continue Reading

Sports

Lookman, Ronaldo, Messi, Rodri, Others Shortlisted For Globe Soccer Awards

By The Insight Team November 14, 2024 46 0

By Emmanuel Kwada In an exciting announcement today, Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the prestigious 2024 Globe Soccer Awards in the category of Best Men’s Player. The former Leicester City star, who currently shines for Atalanta in Serie A, has distinguished himself alongside world-renowned footballers including Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Erling Continue Reading

Business

Dangote Refinery: Finally, a Solution Nigeria Can’t Import!

By The Insight Team November 12, 2024 53 0

By Abiodun Alade If there’s one burning question on the minds of Nigerians these days, it’s this: why are we paying between N1,000 and N1,500 for a litre of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS)? Sadly, the very people who should be explaining this strange new reality have decided to stay tight-lipped with heads buried in the […]Continue Reading

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The Petrol Price Gap: Why Nigerians are Paying More Despite Falling Costs

By The Insight Team November 11, 2024 66 0

By Emmanuel Kwada Recent reports indicate a significant decline in the landing costs of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, amidst rising accusations from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) regarding price inflation by marketers. As of November 8, 2024, the estimated cost of petrol landing in Nigeria has dropped by 20.34%, falling to […]Continue Reading

Education

NECO Releases 2024 SSCE Results: 60.55% Pass with Five Credits, Abia, Imo, Ebonyi Top the Chart

By The Insight Team September 20, 2024 116 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The National Examinations Council (NECO) released the 2024 SSCE internal results on Thursday, September 19. NECO’s Registrar/Chief Executive, Professor Dantani Wushishi, made the announcement while briefing journalists in Minna. According to Professor Wushishi, 1,376,423 candidates registered for this year’s internal examination, comprising Continue Reading

Sports

Team Delta Emerges Victorious at the 2024 National Youths Games

By The Insight Team September 19, 2024 118 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The 2024 National Youths Games came to a thrilling conclusion, with Team Delta proudly claiming the top spot on the medals table. The highly anticipated event, held from September 10-17, 2024, brought together talented young athletes from across Nigeria, showcasing their skills and determination in various sports. Team Delta won a total […]Continue Reading

Sports

European Elite: Bayern, Real Madrid, and Liverpool Assert Dominance on Opening Night

By The Insight Team September 18, 2024 107 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The new Champions League format kicked off on Tuesday, with Bayern Munich making a stunning statement by becoming the first team to score nine goals in a game in the modern competition. Harry Kane scored four goals, including three penalties, as Vincent Kompany’s Bayern hammered Croatian champions Dinamo Zagreb 9-2 at the […]Continue Reading

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We Sold PMS in Dollars, Dangote Refutes N898/Litre Claims

By The Insight Team September 15, 2024 89 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The Dangote Group has dismissed a statement attributed to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) spokesperson, Olufemi Soneye, claiming that the company sells Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to NNPCL at N898 per litre. In a press statement released on September 15, 2024, Dangote Group’s Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Continue Reading

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NNPCL Makes History: Dangote Refinery Begins Fuel Supply, Nigeria Inches Closer to Petroleum Self-Sufficiency

By The Insight Team September 15, 2024 103 0

By Emmanuel Kwada The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has commenced loading of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at the Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s quest for self-sufficiency in petroleum production. According to a statement released by NNPCL on Saturday, over 100 trucks were mobilized to Continue Reading

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Maiduguri Flood: City’s Worst Disaster in Decades, Over 1 Million Displaced, 30 People Confirmed Dead

By The Insight Team September 12, 2024 101 0

By Emmanuel Kwada A devastating flood in Maiduguri has resulted in a catastrophic situation, 30 people confirmed dead and over one million displaced with a dead body spotted floating in the Post Office area. Wild animals, including a displaced crocodile, have been found in residential areas, likely displaced from the Sanda Kyarimi Zoological Park. The […]Continue Reading